Company Profile
Science Systems and Applications, Inc.
Company Overview
Science Systems and Applications, Inc. (SSAI) is a leading provider of scientific, engineering, and IT support for customers who seek new frontiers in science and technology. For more than 40 years, we have been by their side, aligning with their vision and goals to provide excellent research and technical support. We support pioneers in science and engineering—such as NASA and NOAA—and we’ve made significant contributions to more than 150 Earth and space science missions. SSAI’s exceptional services are built on our genuine passion for research and innovative solutions. Our expert scientists, engineers, and IT professionals share a commitment to providing solutions for the unique needs of each client.
SCIENCE - We focus our passion for science on exploring important questions to improve the quality of life for all of us.
ENGINEERING - SSAI engineers design and build new technology to gather accurate data that keep us informed.
INFORMATION ANALYTICS - We provide advanced information technology solutions to meet the needs of our customers and their end users.
Company History
Science Systems and Applications, Inc. (SSAI) is a customer-centered and employee-focused science and technology company headquartered in Lanham, Maryland. We are a leading provider of scientific research and development (R&D), engineering, and information analytics services across the range of Earth and space science disciplines.
We have a staff of highly qualified science, engineering, and IT professionals. Their activities range from cosmological studies to learn more about the birth of the universe to examining anthropogenic changes in Earth systems. Our personnel published hundreds of peer-reviewed papers every year. We have scientists in the field who support research operations around the world, and engineers in laboratories who are building and preparing the next generation of space-based instruments. Our IT staff specializes in high-performance computing, systems administration, and network security. We create and implement data systems and applications to manage, archive, and distribute critical data.
SSAI is also known for technical excellence and quality management. We have received numerous commendations for our excellent, on-time, and within-budget services. SSAI maintains ISO 9001:2008 registration, and we have been appraised at CMMI Maturity Level-2 and Capability Level-3, attesting to the maturity of our infrastructure and adherence to procedures that result in high-quality service.
SSAI isn’t staffed only by scientists and technicians; we have educational specialists and public affairs experts who are dedicated to sharing scientific advances with the public and inspiring the next generation of scientists and engineers. We have analysts who manage the day-to-day logistics that are critical for successful science discoveries—both in the field and at home. Despite our diverse skill sets and backgrounds, one theme unites us all—a genuine passion for science and technology.
Notable Accomplishments / Recognition
Voted multi-time winner of the "Best Places to Work" award in the DC Metro Area and Hampton, VA
Benefits
Our employees are our most important asset, and their interests are of paramount importance to us.
Medical and Insurance:
Medical Insurance
Prescription Coverage
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Basic Term Life Insurance
Accidental Death & Dismemberment Coverage
Critical Insurance
Accident Insurance
Long- and Short-Term Disability
Leave:
Holidays
Paid Time Off (PTO)
Jury Duty
Bereavement
Military Service
401k:
Employee Pre-Tax Contributions
Employer Matching
Employer Discretionary Contribution
Roth Option
Other Benefits:
Educational Assistance
Legal Services
Professional Society Memberships ($180/year)
Employee Assistance Program
Direct Deposit
Credit Union Membership
Scholarship Program for Dependents
Flexible Spending Accounts (Medical & Dependent Care)
SSAI is an employer of choice for science, engineering, and IT professionals. We value our employees' input and regularly convene employee committees for reviewing and improving our benefits.